Travel and Tourism National Award
The Programme:
This is a practical work-related course. You learn by completing projects and assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations, activities relating to the area of Travel and Tourism.
A BTEC National Award is equivalent to one A level.
The course is made up of six units.
4 Compulsory Units
- Investigating Travel and Tourism
- The business of Travel and Tourism
- The U.K. as a Destination
- Customer Service in Travel and Tourism.
2 Optional Units which are decided upon each year
Requirements:
Students are expected to have obtained at least 5 GCSE passes at C Grade or above including English, and to be independent in their approach to learning as 100% of the assessment is based on portfolio work.
Next steps:
This course prepares you for employment or further study for example:
The Travel and Tourism industry and Further Education.
Student Comment:
‘I have really enjoyed this course. It has given me the opportunity to explore the wide area of Travel and Tourism. I particularly enjoyed the opportunities provided through visits to Tourist destinations and visiting speakers.’
